One of the perks of working at Real Living is being able to meet design professionals who’ve made a mark in the industry as well as touched other people’s lives through functional designs and homes that stand out. But have you ever wondered what happens behind-the-scenes?

Based on the interviews I’ve done and shoots we’ve covered, working on a project is not a walk in the park. Behind every makeover and every home is a meticulous process that involves long days and nights of meetings, space planning, sourcing, and site inspections. Would you believe that during a shoot, one designer shared that she once worked on four projects concurrently? I can only imagine the stress and the countless lists she had to work with! While it can be nerve-racking, nothing still beats the sense of fulfillment one gets after delivering a project that’s in line with the owner’s vision on time. We’re sure that design professionals would agree when we say that at the end of the day, you’ve not only met your own goals, but that of your clients’ too.

In celebration of Women’s Month, we’re turning the spotlight on some of RL’s go-to interior designers. Whether it’s makeover that needs to be finished in two weeks or a home that’s beyond exceptional—these ladies managed to pull through and go beyond expectations.